The Thomas K. Finletter Academics Plus School is an historic, American school that is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is part of the School District of Philadelphia. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.
Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Finletter Thomas K School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Finletter Thomas K School serves the northern part of its school district in Philadelphia, PA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Finletter Thomas K School's student population of 607 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To cultivate the intellect, foster the character, and ignite the imagination of students so that they become leaders who choose their own futures.
School Rankings
Finletter Thomas K School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Finletter Thomas K School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2386 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
68%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finletter Thomas K School's ranking?
Finletter Thomas K School is ranked #2386 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Finletter Thomas K School often compared to?
Finletter Thomas K Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Thurgood, Franklin Benjamin School, Universal Creighton Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Finletter Thomas K School?
607 students attend Finletter Thomas K School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Finletter Thomas K School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Finletter Thomas K School?
Finletter Thomas K School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Finletter Thomas K School offer ?
Finletter Thomas K School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Finletter Thomas K School part of?
Finletter Thomas K School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Finletter Thomas K School located?
Finletter Thomas K School is located in the Olney neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 5 other public schools located in Olney.
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